Is The Mercedes W126 Road Worthy?

Monkey Wrench Mike follows viewers advice and JB Welds a radiator, AND tries out the back seat. Will the 560SEL get him to work and back??

[racerboy]

IMHO, the W126 was not only the best car MB ever made but also the most iconic! Timeless elegance, power and comfort. Love it!! My ‘91 is the best car I’ve ever owned.

[LunarOutlawsGarage]

I’m digging these more frequent videos my man

[geraldcoe]

Mike, while I have no desire to own a 30 year old car. I can see why you LOVE this 560SEL! It is an unusual color combination and looks to be in great shape, body wise and the interior too. It is in much better shape than most cars that are only 10 years old. Best of luck! I hope it gives you at least another 100k miles of smiles!

[SailingRegulus]

Hello Mike, really love your new seats, specially the back ones. I got 2- W126, both 1985, one is a 500 SEL, the second a 500 SEC. I really love these cars, they are strong, comfortable, dependable, stout, easy to maintain, and easy to work on, compared to other ones. In fact, I also have 2- W140's, a 94 S350 TD, and a 95 S600. These are not easy cars to work on....too many electronics, too over engineered, they are fantastic automobiles, but much more finicky and high maintenance, than the honest W126's. In my humble opinion, the W126 is the ultimate Mercedes class. It combines the nicetes of modern car design, with the robust teutonic engineering that gave them such long lives. I love them all, for different reasons, but my W126's have a special place. Good luck with yours. It is a wonderful looking specimen!

[johnulrich]

That is a beautiful Benz. Probably one of the best cars of the last century. You've got a winner there.

[lucyenglish]

I love your Mercedes Monkey Wrench Mike as it’s Fabulous xx

[phildavis]

wonderful cars - some of the best MB's ever!!

[garyashdown]

You look like a proud dad taking their child to school for the first time. You looked well suited sitting in the back of the car so much so that you could call yourself Lord Monkey Wrench. By the the way you scrub up well very smart. England 🇬🇧

[weldingjunkie]

That old car is beautiful I’m 45 and I remember these were the new car that was a must have for stature. Thanks for sharing

[steveharleyfan]

Can only echo everyone else - that is a gorgeous car !

[russelltrupia]

Wow Mike I REALLY like this car.Hold on to this beauty.If you have to invest a little $$$ I think it is worth it. Take care MWM.

[davidhanesworth]

That is one beautiful Merc you have there. I always wanted an older Mercedes, but never wanted to have to keep fiddling with it.
I’m all about that gas and oil change, and just drive it, now.

[losgarage]

Mike you have to keep it original that car is beautiful

[johnl]

Was recommended to you by auto auction rebuilds and I like your videos as much as his! Keep them coming man.

[jimmydeen]

Wow thats a super nice car.. keep it original..

[sonnyblazer]

Really impressed with that car. Color in & out really make it happen. This one's a keeper (Lord, you have so many)! Anyway, thanks for taking us for a ride with you and for yet another video! Sonny (CT)

[Louisfps]

I'm jealous Mike, now I'm gonna have to find one like It 😄😄, did you know that model in good running condition with no issues have been sold for as a low as 10, 900 and Up to 75 k. It's a rare executive limo type. You have a gem in your hands. It's worth more money outside of the U.S. market.👍👍👍👍

[michaelharrison]

A beautiful car MWM
Built to last our W126 300SE has done over 440, 000 kms
And still running well

[fahrfromrunnin]

On the interior panels popping; if there isn't anything loose, spray it with pure silicone. Panels get dry, and the silicone is an excellent moisturizer for panels, no damage... And yes on the shocks, keep it original. After market kits ride like crap in comparison.

[amgbenzrocks]

A well-cared example like this one pays dividends over a neglected car (SEC). Economy gauge pegged to left shows vacuum is good. Notice you get the SEC seats up front with the 4-place seat option? Grab a color borescope to view the chain guides through the oil filler cap to assess the condition of the guides. Great content/cars, looking forward to the next one!